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Biology

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Usually found in shallow sandy and vegetated areas located in sheltered bays. Feeds on crustaceans (Ref. 5595).
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aquarium: commercial
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Basket hap

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The basket hap (Mylochromis lateristriga) is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found in the southern portion, preferring sheltered bays with sandy or vegetated substrates. This species can reach a length of 20.7 centimetres (8.1 in) TL. This species can also be found in the aquarium trade.[2]

References

  1. ^ Konings, A.; Kazembe, J. (2018). "Mylochromis lateristriga". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2018: e.T61016A148669399. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-2.RLTS.T61016A148669399.en. Retrieved 15 November 2021.
  2. ^ Froese, Rainer; Pauly, Daniel (eds.) (2013). "Mylochromis lateristriga" in FishBase. February 2013 version.
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Basket hap: Brief Summary

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The basket hap (Mylochromis lateristriga) is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Malawi where it is found in the southern portion, preferring sheltered bays with sandy or vegetated substrates. This species can reach a length of 20.7 centimetres (8.1 in) TL. This species can also be found in the aquarium trade.

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